All-Star Dump Cake Recipes That Are Perfect for Summer!
From tangy lemon to sweet strawberry cheesecake, these easy summer dump cakes are bursting with flavor. No-fuss, crowd-pleasing desserts that everyone will crave.
- Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour
- Yield: Each recipe serves 8–12
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Instructions
Each dump cake follows a basic layering method. Here’s a general guide—refer to each recipe for minor variations:
Preheat Oven to 350°F (175°C).
Layer the Base Ingredients (e.g., fruit filling, curd, or sugar mixtures) in a greased 9×13 baking dish.
Add Cream Cheese Mixture if included (blend cream cheese with sugar, sour cream, or egg as per recipe).
Sprinkle Cake Mix evenly over the top.
Add Butter: Slice or drizzle butter evenly across the cake mix.
Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Cool slightly before serving. Add toppings like caramel or whipped cream as desired.
Notes
Make-Ahead: These dump cakes can be prepared and stored in the fridge before baking.
Serve With: Ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel for extra decadence.
Variations: Mix and match cake mix flavors (lemon, vanilla, spice) depending on the fruit used.
